The Impeachment of George W. Bush: A Practical Guide for Concerned Citizens (Paperback)

by Elizabeth Holtzman (Author), Cynthia L. Cooper (Contributor)
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With the midterm elections—and the possibility of majority shifts in both the House and Senate—talk of presidential impeachment is in the air. Holtzman, former congresswoman and Brooklyn D.A., and Cooper, a journalist and lawyer, have assembled a compact but thorough legal and constitutional accounting of five major issues upon which they claim the current president could be impeached. They are "Deceptions into Taking the Country into War in Iraq"; "Reckless Indifference to Human Life in Katrina and Iraq"; "Illegal Wiretapping and Surveillance of Americans"; "Permitting Torture"; and "Leaking Classified Information." While the authors have a clear political agenda, their book also provides a useful guide to the theory behind and the legal mechanisms of presidential impeachment, clearing up many misunderstandings readers might have, such as the fact that "high crimes and misdemeanors are not limited to actual crimes" and the correct use of the Independent Counsel Act (which Holtzman helped author in 1978). The book argues its points based on examples from the impeachments of Nixon and Clinton (Holtzman sat on the House Judiciary Committee during the Nixon impeachment). While this volume will be read and cherished by those who agree with its political stance—and dismissed and argued against by those who don't—it's an important, comprehensive argument and document for our current political moment. (Oct.)
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No one is better placed or qualified to call for the impeachment of George W. Bush than Elizabeth Holtzman. She is a former Congresswoman and Brooklyn District Attorney who was a vital member of the House Judiciary Committee during the impeachment of President Richard Nixon. In The Impeachment of George W. Bush, Holtzman and her coauthor, acclaimed journalist Cynthia L. Cooper, have written a clear, lucid and damning legal brief that reveals that the 43rd President of the United States of America has committed high crimes and misdemeanors. This book focuses on four articles of impeachment: The Offense of Wiretapping Surveillance in Defiance of the Law; the Offence of Lying and Inducing America to Support a War; The Offense of Reckless Indifference to the Lives and Welfare of American Troops; The Offense of Torture in Violation of U.S. Laws and Treaties. It also provides an invaluable guide to how citizens can get involved in campaigning for impeachment, as well as an important historical analysis of impeachments past. The publication of this book is a summons to action in this process.

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Product Details Paperback: 256 pages Publisher: Nation Books; 1 edition (September 11, 2006) Language: English ISBN-10: 156025940X ISBN-13: 978-1560259404 Product Dimensions: 8.1 x 5.5 x 0.7 inches Shipping Weight: 7.2 ounces (View shipping rates and policies) Average Customer Review: 4.4 out of 5 stars See all reviews (13 customer reviews) Amazon.com Sales Rank: #610,223 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books) Popular in this category: (What's this?) #78 in  Books > Professional & Technical > Law > Administrative Law > Federal Jurisdiction

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While I may not have been the hardest person to sell on their conclusion, the argument is so well-drawn that it is hard to imagine that anyone approaching the book with an open-mind wouldn't come away thinking that impeachment is a necessity or, at least, an option that needs to be explored more in the public discourse. The most amazing (and, unfortunately, troubling) point made so well by this book is how close the parallel is between the behavior and attitude toward our democratic principles of the current White House and that of Nixon Administration. All the elements that moved the impeachment process after Watergate exist now: dishonesty in proceeding with military action, illegal electronic surveillance of American citizens, the retaliation against persons who challenge the Administration's actions, and the contempt of Congress and the democratic process. Add to those the additional factor that President Bush has demonstrated a total disregard for human life in his irresponsible execution of an unwinnable war and his failure to respond effectively to the devestation created by Hurricane Katrina and it is clear, as was the case over thirty years ago, that action needs to be taken. As Ms. Holtzman and Ms. Cooper point out, the necessity to act comes not only from the need to remove the President from office, but, also, the need to send the message to all future Presidents (one that should have been clear from the Watergate years) that the disregard of our Constitution and laws will never be tolerated. It is for that reason alone that every person needs to read this book. 25 of 27 people found the following review helpful: 5.0 out of 5 stars Illuminating volume about Bush and impeachment, September 20, 2006 By  Rebecca Jones "R.Jones" (New York) - See all my reviews Elizabeth Holtzman and Cynthia Cooper have produced an illuminating and vitally important book about the impeachment process, explaining clearly the case for impeaching President Bush. The book is very readable and, in describing the history and standards for impeachment, shows why impeachment is especially needed now. I was very impressed by the chapters explaining Bush's personal responsibility in the torture scandals; his reckless indifference to human life in Katrina during which, according to the book, he -- and he alone -- could have mobilized all of the federal resources, but did not; and, his astonishing deceptions leading to the war in Iraq. The book shows how democracy itself will be damaged unless President Bush is held accountable. Holtzman's experience in Congress during Watergate and the impeachment of Nixon, and Cynthia Cooper's contribution as an author, lawyer and journalist make this an extremely valuable book. Definitely recommend it. 23 of 26 people found the following review helpful: 5.0 out of 5 stars What we all should know!, November 13, 2006 By  Allan Avery "Yorktown76" (Tulsa, Oklahoma USA) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)    George W. Bush has turned his presidency into one continuous scandal. If it were not for his six year tenure with a Republican controlled Congress he would already have been impeached. This is an excellent and well researched book--one that should be read by anyone who considers him or herself to be a true patriotic American. It would also serve one well to balance the severity of the actions that George W. Bush and his administration have had on America vs. the actions of Bill Clinton and the Clinton Administration. Hopefully the United States can begin to enjoy a breath of fresh air now that Congress is controlled by the Democratic Party. My congratulations to Elizabeth Holtzman for a wonderfully informative and worthwhile literary contribution.		Ad feedback   Most Recent Customer Reviews 5.0 out of 5 stars Water-tight analysis Makes the case, thoroughly and systematically. Who can argue with this book? Why won't Pelosi and the Dems DO THIS, for god's sake??? Read more Published 8 months ago by Dorbel Tweeter 1.0 out of 5 stars How ridiculous!!!! The whole premise behind this book is ridiculous. In order to impeach a president there has to be a crime, that's what "High Crimes and Misdeamors" means. Read more Published 21 months ago by J. S. Pugh 5.0 out of 5 stars Me thinks I detect flop sweat "Justthefactsmaam" seems to have his undies in bunch. Gee...I wonder why? Could it be that his neocon wet dream is going down in flames? Read more Published on July 5, 2007 by beawell12 1.0 out of 5 stars Pabulum for Ideological Infants This book is not so much a valid case for impeachment as it is a leftist, liberal propaganda piece that completely ignores `the rest of the story'. Read more Published on June 28, 2007 by Justthe Factsmaam 5.0 out of 5 stars An Honorable Solution The authors have performed a valuable service for all United States citizens especially for all members of Congress who seem to fear the word, "impeachment", a word that should be... Read more Published on January 9, 2007 by Leonard Stadd 5.0 out of 5 stars A journey in wishful thinking. Probably one of the most well laid out books on the topic you'll find. Definitely a must-read, if only for the cogent rap-sheet presented on a paranoid president. Read more Published on January 2, 2007 by Ejner Fulsang 5.0 out of 5 stars Holtzman provides substantial and sober arguments for impreachment Elizabeth Holtzman presents a calm, well-reasoned and substantial argument for the impeachment of George W. Bush. Read more Published on November 16, 2006 by Daniel L. Feldman 5.0 out of 5 stars Every American Should Read this Book Holtzman and Cooper have created a brilliantly organized, succinct, and vivid analysis of President George W. Bush's high crimes and misdemeanors. Read more Published on September 25, 2006 by Angela Bonavoglia 5.0 out of 5 stars It's all here This book is clear, crisp and compelling. After reading it you will wonder what is holding up the process. Holtzman's expertise and experience shows. Read more Published on September 23, 2006 by Karen Charman 5.0 out of 5 stars review This is an important, do not miss book. 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• Paperback: 256 pages
• Publisher: Nation Books; 1 edition (September 11, 2006)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 156025940X
• ISBN-13: 978-1560259404
• Product Dimensions: 8.1 x 5.5 x 0.7 inches
• Shipping Weight: 7.2 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.4 out of 5 stars See all reviews (13 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #610,223 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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43 of 45 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars An important work that clearly and succintly makes the case., October 13, 2006

By	Brian J. Mich (Brooklyn, New York, USA) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

Bringing the credibility of her many years of public service, most notably her work as a Congresswoman during the Watergate Committee and as a prosecutor, Elizabeth Holtzman, with Cynthia Cooper, has produced an important work that is, at the same time, both lawyerly and accessible. They provide the reader with the background - both historical and legal - of the important role of impeachment in the maintenance of our democratic system and then proceed to seamlessly lay out the evidence that overwhelmingly supports their conclusion. While I may not have been the hardest person to sell on their conclusion, the argument is so well-drawn that it is hard to imagine that anyone approaching the book with an open-mind wouldn't come away thinking that impeachment is a necessity or, at least, an option that needs to be explored more in the public discourse.

The most amazing (and, unfortunately, troubling) point made so well by this book is how close the parallel is between the behavior and attitude toward our democratic principles of the current White House and that of Nixon Administration. All the elements that moved the impeachment process after Watergate exist now: dishonesty in proceeding with military action, illegal electronic surveillance of American citizens, the retaliation against persons who challenge the Administration's actions, and the contempt of Congress and the democratic process. Add to those the additional factor that President Bush has demonstrated a total disregard for human life in his irresponsible execution of an unwinnable war and his failure to respond effectively to the devestation created by Hurricane Katrina and it is clear, as was the case over thirty years ago, that action needs to be taken.

As Ms. Holtzman and Ms. Cooper point out, the necessity to act comes not only from the need to remove the President from office, but, also, the need to send the message to all future Presidents (one that should have been clear from the Watergate years) that the disregard of our Constitution and laws will never be tolerated. It is for that reason alone that every person needs to read this book.

25 of 27 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Illuminating volume about Bush and impeachment, September 20, 2006

By	Rebecca Jones "R.Jones" (New York) - See all my reviews

Elizabeth Holtzman and Cynthia Cooper have produced an illuminating and vitally important book about the impeachment process, explaining clearly the case for impeaching President Bush. The book is very readable and, in describing the history and standards for impeachment, shows why impeachment is especially needed now.

I was very impressed by the chapters explaining Bush's personal responsibility in the torture scandals; his reckless indifference to human life in Katrina during which, according to the book, he -- and he alone -- could have mobilized all of the federal resources, but did not; and, his astonishing deceptions leading to the war in Iraq. The book shows how democracy itself will be damaged unless President Bush is held accountable.

Holtzman's experience in Congress during Watergate and the impeachment of Nixon, and Cynthia Cooper's contribution as an author, lawyer and journalist make this an extremely valuable book. Definitely recommend it.

23 of 26 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars What we all should know!, November 13, 2006

By	Allan Avery "Yorktown76" (Tulsa, Oklahoma USA) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

George W. Bush has turned his presidency into one continuous scandal. If it were not for his six year tenure with a Republican controlled Congress he would already have been impeached.

This is an excellent and well researched book--one that should be read by anyone who considers him or herself to be a true patriotic American.

It would also serve one well to balance the severity of the actions that George W. Bush and his administration have had on America vs. the actions of Bill Clinton and the Clinton Administration.

Hopefully the United States can begin to enjoy a breath of fresh air now that Congress is controlled by the Democratic Party.

My congratulations to Elizabeth Holtzman for a wonderfully informative and worthwhile literary contribution.